Location: Portland, OR
Marketing Manager
LEVER Architecture is mid-sized practice recognized for design excellence and innovative work with mass timber construction. Based in Portland, Oregon and Los Angeles, California the firm collaborates with communities and institutions to design buildings that elevate human experience and foreground social and climate justice.
We are seeking a Marketing Manager with 5+ years of experience to lead the preparation of marketing materials with a specific emphasis on proposals and qualifications packages. In this role, you will independently manage proposal production with an emphasis on strategy, writing, and consultant coordination. Together with the Marketing Principal and other senior leaders, you will contribute to cultural, civic, higher education, and affordable housing pursuits.
Beyond marketing and proposal work, there is an opportunity for a motivated individual to work on special projects that align with their professional interests and growth. Examples may include client research and business development in a specific market sector; or if you are interested in communications, there are opportunities to produce special events, videos, or publications. LEVER is an entrepreneurial firm that appreciates new ideas and is committed to creating opportunities for professional advancement.
This is a full-time position based in our Portland office. Relocation stipends may be available for new employees moving to Oregon.
Are you excited to help a growing firm reach the next level? Do you have experience producing the focused and sophisticated proposals that win institutional projects? Are you a strong project manager who can successfully balance competing deadlines? Are you skilled at creating content that resonates with a range of clients and stakeholders?
Responsibilities
Management and production of proposals, qualifications packages, presentations, and other marketing collateral
Interview presentation preparation
Maintaining marketing data and proposal templates
Writing project descriptions and other marketing related content
Desired Skills and Experience
Experience executing proposals at an architecture firm; this includes managing the process and creating original content
Fluency with InDesign
Strong writer and visual thinker
Takes ownership of work; feels confident in a deadline- and production-oriented role
Comfortable working independently and in the context of a small team
Detailed-oriented; understands the importance of thoughtful and accurate work
Genuine passion for contemporary architecture
Experience with higher education and cultural markets is a plus
Qualifications
5+ years relevant experience
Interest in ongoing learning and action to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the profession and community
Work Environment
LEVER is currently a hybrid office structure, with teams working in the office Tuesday—Thursday.
Our firm values a collaborative, fun, and values-driven work environment. We sponsor firmwide volunteer and teambuilding events throughout the year, in addition to outings and community programs intended to build strong connections between team members and the broader community.
Benefits
LEVER provides competitive salaries, benefits, and a healthy work/life balance. LEVER offers a total compensation package that includes employer-covered medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as a Safe Harbor 401(k) retirement plan. LEVER offers the option for employees to enroll in a Flexible Spending Account, long-term disability, and life insurance plans.
LEVER’s paid time off plan includes vacation and sick time, and paid holidays. The firm is closed the last week of the calendar year.
To Apply
Interested candidates should submit a short letter of interest and resume in .pdf format to jobs@leverarchitecture.com. Inquiries should have “Marketing Manager /Your Name” in the subject line.
The review of applications will continue until the position is filled. No phone calls, please.
LEVER Architecture is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive studio. Our firm endeavors to provide an environment in which human dignity prevails. All employees and applicants for employment are extended equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability, veteran or military status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other status protected by applicable nondiscrimination laws.
About LEVER Architecture
LEVER’s work encompasses multiple scales and types, ranging from a major expansion of Adidas’ North American headquarters to student housing for the Pacific Northwest College of Art. In parallel with our projects, the firm develops and tests next generation building assemblies and sustainable tools—a research effort supported by more than $2M in grant funding. For this commitment to groundbreaking design, LEVER was recognized by Fast Company as one of the world’s most innovative companies; and in 2017, was named to Architectural Record’s Design Vanguard and the Architectural League of New York’s Emerging Voices.
Selected current projects include Maine’s Portland Museum of Art, Portland State University’s Art and Design School, two libraries for Multnomah County Library, a multi-building campus project for NBCUniversal; and 843 N Spring Street, a development slated to become one of LA’s largest Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) buildings.
Learn more at www.leverarchitecture.com